In 2022, many manufacturers have launched their new motorcycles in the Indian market and some of them are also entering new foreign markets to expand their reach. In 2023, India will see the launch of many new motorcycle models. Manufacturers will enter new segments, expand product lines and launch new generations of motorcycles. Here are some motorcycle models that will launch in 2023.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 can replace Himalayan 411 in the product line. There will also be a naked-scrambler version of the Himalayan 450. (Image: Instagram/sidlal)
Royal Enfield is working on a more powerful version of Himalayas. It is expected to launch in Q2 of 2023. This motorcycle is expected to be called Himalaya 450. As the name suggests, the motorcycle will come with a 450 cc engine. This is the first time Royal Enfield has built a liquid-cooled engine. The motorcycle’s power output is expected to be around 40-45 hp.
Hero XPulse 421
XPulse 421 was discovered near Khardungla Pass. (Photo: YouTube/Unboxing Oneself)
After the success of Xpulse 200, Hero MotoCorp is working on a new off-road motorcycle. Currently, the name is not finalized but it can be called XPulse 421 as it is a more powerful and capable version of XPulse. The 421 cc engine on the motorcycle is liquid-cooled and sources say that the new XPulse won’t be weak. The same engine will also be used for adventure touring cars and sports cars.
Royal Enfield Ammo 350
Bullet 350 will be more basic than Classic 350. (Image: YouTube/travelwithsheela7519)
Royal Enfield’s J-based motorcycles have been wildly successful. Meteor 350, Classic 350 and even the recently launched Hunter 350 have received good reviews and attention in the market. Now, the manufacturer will launch a new generation of 350 . bullet. It will also be based on the J platform so it will use the same platform as other motorcycles. However, Royal Enfield was able to make some minor changes to the engine tuning and the motorcycle’s appearance.
KTM Duke
The next-generation Duke 390 is expected to have a larger 399 cc engine. (Photo: YouTube/ raobhaivlogs)
KTM is working on new generations of Dukes. The brand will update the Duke 200 and Duke 390. There will be new lighter alloy wheels, new bodywork, revised subframe and subframe and the instrument cluster will also be updated. Moreover, there is information that the engine capacity of Duke 390 will increase to 399 cc.
Bajaj-Triumph . motorbike
Bajaj is developing two motorcycles with Triumph. (Photo: YouTube/Smart Viker)
Bajaj and Triumph have been working on new motorcycles for a while. So far, two new motorcycles have been discovered, one naked on the street and one scrambler. The engine is expected to have a displacement of about 350 cc.
Honda’s new 100 cc commuter bike
Honda is working on a new 100 cc commuter motorcycle that will be their new mass market motorcycle. It will go up against Hero Splendor and Bajaj CT100. Honda is also working to increase their service network and dealer reach.
Date of first publication: December 31, 2022, 5:33pm IST
